Severe Weather Outbreak Possible

There is a chance for severe thunderstorms returning to much of Oklahoma Thursday evening and early Friday.

Thursday, June 5th 2008, 9:51 am

By: News On 6

Hot and windy weather will continue Thursday with a chance for severe thunderstorms returning to much of the state Thursday evening and early Friday.

The News On 6 WARN Team says the best chance for severe weather will occur after 4 p.m. Thursday and continue overnight into Friday morning.

The National Weather Service has declared a tornado watch for northwestern Oklahoma and central Kansas Thursday and is warning residents of the potential for destructive conditions.

A strong low pressure system will be moving through our region Thursday and Friday and some of the storms that develop are expected to become severe. Risks may include large hail, damaging wind, and tornadoes.

The News On 6 WARN is tracking this weather system as it moves eastward. Stay with the News On 6 and NewsOn6.com Thursday and Friday, we'll keep you advised.

You can track the storms with WARN Interactive Radar and get safety tips in our Storm Zone Section.

You can get the latest WARN Team forecast in the NewsOn6.com Weather section.